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30 CPD hours
This course is intended for
This introductory-level Python course is geared for experienced users who want to use Python in web development projects, or system administrators and web site administrators who want to use Python to support their server installations, as well as anyone else who wants to automate or simplify common tasks with the use of Python scripts. Basic familiarity with any programming or scripting language would be helpful, along with a working, user-level knowledge of Unix/Linux, Mac, or Windows.
Overview
This course is approximately 50% hands-on, combining expert lecture, real-world demonstrations and group discussions with machine-based practical labs and exercises. Our engaging instructors and mentors are highly experienced practitioners who bring years of current 'on-the-job' experience into every classroom. Throughout the hands-on course students, will learn to write essential Python scripts using the most current and efficient skills and techniques.
Working in a hands-on learning environment, guided by our expert team, attendees will learn to:
Create working Python scripts following best practices
Use python data types appropriately
Read and write files with both text and binary data
Search and replace text with regular expressions
Get familiar with the standard library and its work-saving modules
Use lesser known but powerful Python data types
Create 'real-world', professional Python applications
Work with dates, times, and calendars
Know when to use collections such as lists, dictionaries, and sets
Understand Pythonic features such as comprehensions and iterators
Write robust code using exception handling
Mastering Python Programming is an introductory and beyond-level practical, hands-on Python training course that leads the student from the basics of writing and running Python scripts to more advanced features such as file operations, regular expressions, working with binary data, and using the extensive functionality of Python modules. Extra emphasis is placed on features unique to Python, such as tuples, array slices, and output formatting. This comprehensive, practical course provides an in-depth exploration of working with the programming language, not an academic overview of syntax and grammar. Students will immediately be able to use Python to complete tasks in the real world.
An overview of Python
What is python?
Python Timeline
Advantages/Disadvantages of Python
Getting help with pydoc
The Python Environment
Starting Python
Using the interpreter
Running a Python script
Python scripts on Unix/Windows
Editors and IDEs
Getting Started
Using variables
Builtin functions
Strings
Numbers
Converting among types
Writing to the screen
Command line parameters
Flow Control
About flow control
White space
Conditional expressions
Relational and Boolean operators
While loops
Alternate loop exits
Array types
About array types (AKA sequences)
Lists and list methods
Tuples
Indexing and slicing
Iterating through a sequence
Nested sequences
Sequence functions, keywords, and operators
List comprehensions
Generator Expressions
Working with files
File overview
Opening a text file
Reading a text file
Writing to a text file
Reading and writing raw (binary) data
Converting binary data with struct
Dictionaries and Sets
About dictionaries
Creating dictionaries
Iterating through a dictionary
About sets
Creating sets
Working with sets
Functions
Defining functions
Parameters
Global and local scope
Nested functions
Returning values
Sorting
The sorted() function
Alternate keys
Lambda functions
Sorting collections
Using operator.itemgetter()
Reverse sorting
Errors and Exception Handling
Syntax errors
Exceptions
Using try/catch/else/finally
Handling multiple exceptions
Ignoring exceptions
Modules and Packages
The import statement
Module search path
Creating Modules
Using packages
Function and Module aliases
An Introduction to Python Classes
About o-o programming
Defining classes
Constructors
Methods
Instance data
Properties
Class methods and data
Regular Expressions
RE syntax overview
RE Objects
Searching and matching
Compilation flags
Groups and special groups
Replacing text
Splitting strings
Using the Standard Library
The sys module
Launching external programs
Math functions
Random numbers
Reading CSV data
Dates and Times
Working with dates and times
Translating timestamps
Parsing dates from text
Formatting dates
Calendar data
Working with the File System
Paths, directories, and filenames
Checking for existence
Permissions and other file attributes
Walking directory trees
Creating filters with fileinput
Using shutil for file operations
Advanced Data Handling
Defaultdict and Counter
Prettyprinting data structures
Compressed archives (zip, gzip, tar, etc.)
Persistent data
Network Programming
Using requests
Grabbing web content
Sending email
Using SSH for remote access
Using FTP
Writing real-life applications
Reading input files a la Unix
Parsing command-line options
Detecting the current platform
Implementing logging
Additional course details:
Nexus Humans Mastering Python Programming (TTPS4820) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward.
This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts.
Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success.
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